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[bb557]

Pretty sure the "GC color" being processed on a priority sense is a myth. I think our boy BB got lucky getting a proactive deputy for interview, getting the "right" deputy to process the second stage and also very blessed to be at the top of stack of apps in every stage

I think that is likely the absolute truth. Better to be lucky than good

[guymenton]

Wow very similar timeline! You're probably right about us having the same deputy if it was a male deputy who was very business like.

I hope you get the call for pickup soon!

Your timeline is extremely similar to mine, with two days between our request for training docs.(We probably interviewed with the same Deputy TBH)

Phone on LOUD and will not be leaving my side for the next 14 days haha.

[aztecw]

See attached screen shot from lasd website.

So did I fill out the incorrect application, am I gonna have to start this process over from the begging? It reads directly on the application,

Important Instructions
1. Complete, read, and sign Sections 1 through 5, as directed. Use additional pages if more space is required.
2. Sections 6, 7, and 8 must be completed in the presence of an official of the licensing agency.
3. Review Section 7 and be prepared to answer these questions orally. Do not write anything in Section 7 unless specifically directed to do so by the licensing agency.

and

STATE OF CALIFORNIA CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
BUREAU OF FIREARMS
STANDARD INITIAL AND RENEWAL APPLICATION FOR LICENSE TO CARRY A CONCEALED WEAPON
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE PAGE 9 of 14
BOF 4012 (Rev. 08/2020)
Section 7 - Investigator's Interview Notes

There is also no signature required on section 7, not until section 8.

[aztecw]

LA COUNTY CCW FAQ

Do you still need a denial letter from LAPD?

As of April 2021, you do NOT need a denial letter from LAPD. Apply directly to LASD if you live in LA County.

Should I fill out every section of the application, even though it states not to?

YES. If you look closely on the LASD CCW website, it states the complete sections 1-8 and sign your name wherever stated. You are sending the application to LASD and not the DOJ, so signing all sections, including section 7, is required to process your application.

Where should I submit my application? Should I drop it off to my local LASD?



LASD did not cash my money order/check. What is going on?

The date of cashing your money order or check is not important. There have been reports of cashing it within days or not cashing it until after the interview. If you do not mail your application by certified mail, you can view whether they cashed your money order or check as a confirmation of receipt.

How do you know they cashed your money order?

If you mailed with a USPS money order, there is a tracking number. Check your status at https://tools.usps.com/money-orders.htm

How long does it take to receive an interview?

This answer will be ever changing due to the influx of applications as time goes, but it appears to range anywhere from 2-6 months.

There was nowhere to submit my e-mail address in the application. Did I miss something?

When you get a call for your interview, your deputy will ask you for your e-mail address for further instructions.

Can you use your car registration as your proof of residency?

Yes.

What is the interview like?


Should I do my livescan early?

This is a personal choice. It is not believed to harm your eligibility and at this time it may or may not process your application faster. The gap of time between application submission and receiving a phone call to schedule an interview is months. If you know you have a squeaky clean record and are willing to gamble the $120-$135 livescan fee in case of denial, that is your choice. Due to extended wait times, your livescan may expire before your application is processed so proceed with caution.

Should I do my training early?

This is a personal choice. It is not believed to harm your eligibility and at this time it may or may not process your application faster. It is currently believed the best process is to do your training early and WAIT until they send you the e-mail or phone call to proceed with training to submit the training. This way, you receive confirmation your application is moving forward. Again, only do training early if you are willing to gamble the fees in case of denial. Due to extended wait times, your training may expire before your application is processed so proceed with caution.

How do I submit my training?

CCW_Unit@lasd.org

I have not heard back in X weeks/months. Should I contact them for the status of my application?



How do you know when your livescan has been completed?

Check the status of your livescan at https://applicantstatus.doj.ca.gov/ This does not necessarily reflect when the CCW unit receives the results of your livescan.

How long does it take to get issued?

This is an ever changing issue but is likely to take five months to a year.

I do not see a place in section 7 to sign, not until section 8.

[kevwess]

@aztecw
Go to the lasd website. Find the ccw section. Click on the tab/button application process. You'll see it says, The applicant will thoroughly Complete Sections 1-8,INCLUDING SECTION 7 and Sign Pages 3, 8, and 11, of the Department of Justice Standard Application.
Good luck.

[kevwess]

@aztecw
Go to the lasd website. Find the ccw section. Click on the tab/button application process. You'll see it says, The applicant will thoroughly Complete Sections 1-8,INCLUDING SECTION 7 and Sign Pages 3, 8, and 11, of the Department of Justice Standard Application.
Good luck.

[kevwess]

Sign pages 3, 8, and 11.

[jrange3]

So did I fill out the incorrect application, am I gonna have to start this process over from the begging? It reads directly on the application,

Important Instructions
1. Complete, read, and sign Sections 1 through 5, as directed. Use additional pages if more space is required.
2. Sections 6, 7, and 8 must be completed in the presence of an official of the licensing agency.
3. Review Section 7 and be prepared to answer these questions orally. Do not write anything in Section 7 unless specifically directed to do so by the licensing agency.

and

STATE OF CALIFORNIA CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
BUREAU OF FIREARMS
STANDARD INITIAL AND RENEWAL APPLICATION FOR LICENSE TO CARRY A CONCEALED WEAPON
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE PAGE 9 of 14
BOF 4012 (Rev. 08/2020)
Section 7 - Investigator's Interview Notes

There is also no signature required on section 7, not until section 8.

No,

Application Process

The applicant will thoroughly Complete Sections 1-8,INCLUDING SECTION 7 and Sign Pages 3, 8, and 11, of the Department of Justice Standard Application. The completed application can be submitted to your local Sheriff Station or mailed to:

NOTE: The DOJ Application instructs the applicant to only complete Section 7, when directed to do so. The CCW Unit requires Section 7 to be complete in order to contact you.

Hall of Justice
ATTN: CCW Coordinator
211 West Temple Street 8th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90012

A $30 non-refundable cashier’s check or money order made payable to Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) should be included with the application. Once the application is received, the applicant will be contacted to schedule an interview. Prior to submitting an application, please ensure all qualifications have been met to avoid any delay.

[Mute]

The information listed for the application process is on the LASD website. Fill in everything and sign the sections that require a signature. Ignore the DOJ instruction to not write in Section 7. If you don't follow these instructions as written by LASD, it will mostly likely delay your application.

[CCW LA County hopefull]

Pretty sure the "GC color" being processed on a priority sense is a myth. I think our boy BB got lucky getting a proactive deputy for interview, getting the "right" deputy to process the second stage and also very blessed to be at the top of stack of apps in every stage

Well who really knows how they are processing these applications. Are they dating and time stamping when received? Or are they just placed in a stack then when a deputy needs new applications he or she just grabs a handful? So then an application that was in the middle of the stack now becomes the one on top for the next deputy. Or better yet someone trips while carrying the stack lol. Hopefully my $20 dollar bill stapled to the application helps the process.

[IWB]

Well who really knows how they are processing these applications. Are they dating and time stamping when received? Or are they just placed in a stack then when a deputy needs new applications he or she just grabs a handful? So then an application that was in the middle of the stack now becomes the one on top for the next deputy. Or better yet someone trips while carrying the stack lol. Hopefully my $20 dollar bill stapled to the application helps the process.

[CCW LA County hopefull]

Check for the application was $30 lunch money was $20 cash

[pacrat]

Previously Paul49 mentioned;

However, mine was yesterday in Whittier.

For informational purposes.

Could either of you please give an address in Whittier?

Thanks

[LrdVaderZ]

Previously Paul49 mentioned;



For informational purposes.

Could either of you please give an address in Whittier?

Thanks

I think it may be that tiny station on 13525 Telegraph Rd Suite B, Whittier, CA 90605

[aztecw]

@aztecw
Go to the lasd website. Find the ccw section. Click on the tab/button application process. You'll see it says, The applicant will thoroughly Complete Sections 1-8,INCLUDING SECTION 7 and Sign Pages 3, 8, and 11, of the Department of Justice Standard Application.
Good luck.

Well crap, I did not fill out section 7. I did sign pages 3, 8, and 11 though.

I included my contact information on my GC, phone and email. I guess I am screwed.